Description
The Avanos CORGRIP Nasogastric/Nasointestinal (NG/NI) Feeding Tube Retention System is an external securement accessory engineered to help maintain tube position and reduce inadvertent displacement or removal in adult patients. It is intended for use with NG/NI feeding applications and NG decompression, suction, or drainage therapies. Prescription use only (Rx-only).
Intended Use and Patient Population
- External stabilization of nasogastric/nasointestinal feeding tubes and NG decompression/suction/drainage tubes
- Adults only
- Prescription use only (Rx-only)
Compatibility
- Enteral feeding tubes: 8 Fr and greater
- NG decompression/suction/drainage tubes: up to 18 Fr
- Verify tube French size prior to selection and placement
Mechanism and Components
- Slot-Slide-Lock (SSL) clamp to seat, position, and lock the tube for external stabilization
- Includes water-soluble lubricant to aid application
Sizes and Color Coding
- 8 Fr – Pale Blue
- 10 Fr – Pink
- 12 Fr – White
- 14 Fr – Yellow
- 16 Fr – Orange
- 18 Fr – Tan
Sterility and Handling
- Supplied non-sterile; no sterilization required prior to use
- Follow facility/institutional protocols for skin preparation, application, and ongoing site assessment
Packaging and Dimensions
- Case quantity: 10 units
- Approximate case (14 Fr size): 28.448 cm (L) x 14.986 cm (W) x 8.890 cm (H); ~0.594 kg; volume ~3.79 L
Use Considerations
- Confirm intended therapy (feeding vs decompression/suction) and compatible tube size before selection/placement
- Regularly inspect the securement site and tube position; reapply or adjust per facility policy if position or skin condition changes
- Dispose of components per local guidelines after use